Black Hills National Cemetery Alarm Monitoring
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the National Cemetery Administration, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought announcement to identify qualified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB). The purpose is to secure fire alarm monitoring and annual inspection services for the Black Hills National Cemetery in Sturgis, SD. Responses are due by January 23, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The required services include 24/7/365 off-site monitoring of fire alarm systems via cellular dialer. Contractors will also perform annual preventative maintenance inspections (PMIs), scheduled at least 48 hours in advance with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). Key system components to be monitored and inspected include the Simplex 4006 Fire System Panel, Conventional Fire Alarm Panel, various detectors (heat, smoke), pull stations, horn/strobes, and associated communication and power components. Monthly reports on system diagnostic checks and annual written reports confirming system performance are required. All monitoring procedures must comply with NFPA 72 and local authorities.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Period of Performance: 1-year base period with four (4) additional one-year option periods.
- Place of Performance: Black Hills National Cemetery, 20901 Pleasant Valley Drive, Sturgis, SD 57785.
- Response Due: January 23, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
- Published Date: January 15, 2026.
Eligibility & Submission
This is primarily seeking Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB). Interested businesses must submit their response via email to April.Graves@va.gov with the subject line "36C78626Q50074 Black Hills National Cemetery". Submissions must include company details (name, address, POC, phone, email, DUNS/UEI), business type, a capability statement addressing qualifications and experience, relevant contract vehicles (FSS/NAC/GSA), feedback on salient characteristics, available options, questions about the SOW, and optional sample pricing.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation or request for proposals; it is solely for market research. The applicable NAICS code is 561621 (Security Systems Services, except Locksmiths). Contractors must adhere to strict standards of conduct and dress, ensuring work does not interfere with burial activities or ceremonies at the cemetery.